Memphians struggle in opening round of U.S. Open

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Memphians struggle in opening round of U.S. Open

Pinehurst, NC-Memphians David Gossett and Casey Wittenberg are over par after the first round of the U.S. Open at Pinehurst No. 2. Gossett shot a six-over-par 76 on Thursday. Wittenberg opened with a four-over-par 74. Germany’s Martin Kaymer, the 2010 PGA Champion, is the first round leader after shooting a five-under-65. He has a three shot lead over four golfers at -2. Phil Mickelson, who’s looking to win the only Grand Slam event that has alluded him, shot an even-par-70.